I hope our summer isn’t over already but the forecast sure isn’t looking all that summer-like. Although many people thought we were too dry, last week should have ended most of those fears. On Friday, for instance, my girls had our big work truck stuck out in our tile drained […]
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It was great to be back in Thunder Bay-Rainy River recently and participate in some much-needed infrastructure announcements in our riding. These announcements are part of our government’s plan to invest in communities and improve the well-being of all Canadians. Specifically, the Government of Canada has committed to investing $186 […]
There is an old saying, “What goes around, comes around.” Almost 60 years ago, when I was much younger, there were neighbourhood grocery stores on almost every corner in town. They served the neighbourhood and the families that owned the stores knew all of their customers by their first name. […]
I’m trying to teach myself the art of relaxing; to live in the moment. It is an acquired skill for me, doesn’t fall under my list of natural talents the way eating at the speed of light seemed to jump on to the list with no effort on my part. […]
Kiera KowalskiSummer reporter Hiking the minimum wage will result in fewer staff and higher prices, some local small business owners are warning. Ben Morelli, owner of From the Grind Up, said although he supports raising the minimum wage, it will make it difficult for him to provide competitive wages for […]
Tonight could see a thunderstorm or two, with skies clearing later on. Look for an overnight low of 11 C (51 F). Tomorrow will be mostly sunny, with a high of 23 (73) and low around nine (48). Morning showers are forecast for Friday, followed by clearing skies in the […]
Dave OgilvieEmo correspondent The Emo and District Hospital Auxiliary wishes to thank individuals, groups, and businesses for their overwhelming response to their special project in regards to the renovations to the Emo clinic. The pledge goal has been met and surpassed, with funds to be directed towards the needs of the main […]
Press Release The Rainy River District School Board approved its 2017-18 balanced budget of $54,148,855 at a special meeting Monday in Atikokan. It represents a three percent increase over the 2016-17 budget. The 2017-18 budget provides schools with the resources and supports necessary to support the board’s strategic plan, which […]
Duane Hicks The Gay Straight Alliance at Fort High is aiming to hold a Fort Frances “Pride” event here next year, and will start getting the word out to the community about it during “Mall Day” next Thursday (June 29). Sam Pearson, health educator with the Northwestern Health Unit, has […]
Kiera Kowalski Melissa Fletcher sat down with students in Susan DeGagne’s drama class at Fort High last month to talk about her experiences as a talent agent’s assistant. Some of the students were in this year’s musical, “Mary Poppins,” and listened attentively to Fletcher’s words of advice.
Joey Payeur It wasn’t exactly a smooth cruise for Emo’s Lane Hyatt through the sticky surface of the Emo Motocross course over the weekend after rain both days converted the raceway into a tricky adventure for the roughly 100-plus riders on hand. Hyatt was participating in the Superior Dirt Riders […]
Kiera KowalskiSummer reporter When it comes to dreams, Melissa Fletcher shoots for the stars. She literally wanted to be a star. The Fort Frances native, who now lives in Toronto, had plans to be an actor, a ballerina, and a stand-up comic before finally settling on the idea of becoming […]
